2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard takes 5W-40 (12.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard: 5W-40, 12.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard — 6.7L Eng | SAE 5W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil or SAE 15W-40 Engine Oil | 12.00 QTS. | — | In ambient temperatures below 0Deg F (-18Deg C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is required. In ambient temperatures above 0Deg F (-18Deg C),15W-40 engine oil. API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cab & Chassis
2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
18.7 quarts (17.69 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD uses 5W-20; 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD uses 5W-20; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic uses 5W-40; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard uses 5W-40; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-40; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard uses 5W-40; 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD uses 5W-20; 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD uses 5W-20; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic uses 5W-40; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard uses 5W-40; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-40; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard uses 5W-40.
How much oil does a 2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 5.7 T, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Automatic holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, 4WD, Standard holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Automatic holds 12.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 L, RWD, Standard holds 12.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Dodge Cab & Chassis. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.